Walking tacos are a no-plate, personalized taco experience served inside an individual chip bag where guests build their own with seasoned ground beef and toppings of their choice. They're ideal for parties, game day, and casual gatherings where guests serve themselves.
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Brown the ground beef over medium heat breaking it up as it browns. Drain any excess grease. Add the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Place the toppings in small bowls with small spoons.
Break up the chips and add a couple tablespoons of the ground beef mixture and any assorted toppings.
Store prepared toppings in sealed containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat ground beef gently on the stovetop or in a slow cooker before serving.
Sturdy corn chips like Fritos or Corn Nuts work best because they hold up to toppings and taco meat without breaking easily. Avoid thin or delicate chips.
Yes, brown and season the ground beef up to 2 days ahead, then reheat before serving. This lets guests build tacos without waiting.
Arrange bags of assorted chips in the center, place seasoned ground beef in a slow cooker to keep warm, and put each topping in its own small bowl with a spoon for easy self-service.
Yes, ground turkey or chicken work as direct substitutes. Brown and season the same way, simmering for 10 minutes after adding taco seasoning and water.
This recipe serves 8 people, one bag per person. Scale ingredients proportionally for larger or smaller groups.
